My dermatologist said I was fine (I wasn’t)
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If your skin itches, stings, or feels tight after every shower, please read this.
I’m not a doctor.
I’m just a woman who did everything “right”…
- Shorter showers
- Lukewarm water
- Fragrance-free shower gel
- Thick moisturiser within the first 3 minutes
…and I still lay awake at night scratching my legs until I broke the skin.
I even paid to see a dermatologist.
Twice.
He looked at my legs and told me the same thing both times:
“You just need to moisturise more. Your skin is very dry.”
But deep down, I knew something wasn’t right.
If you’ve ever thought:
- “Why does my skin itch more after I shower?”
- “How can I be this dry if I use so much moisturiser?”
- “If even the dermatologist can’t fix it… am I just meant to live like this?”
…then my story is for you.
Because what I found out next left me stunned.
It wasn’t my moisturiser.
It wasn’t my shower gel.
It wasn’t even “my skin”.
It was my shower water.
And when I fixed that, everything changed.
I do everything they tell me… so why am I still itchy?
For almost my whole life, my skin was normal.
Not perfect. Not a disaster. Just… skin.
Then I moved into a new flat.
New area, new job, new life.
Within weeks, showers started to feel wrong.
I’d get out, towel off, and 10 minutes later:
- Deep itching on my shins and calves
- A tight, hot feeling on my thighs
- Little red lines where I’d scratched without even realising
At first I blamed the shower gel.
So I bought everything “gentle”:
- Fragrance-free shower gel
- Sensitive-skin moisturiser
- Cotton clothing
Nothing helped.
Some nights I’d wake up at 2am.
Sitting on the edge of the bed, running my nails up and down my legs, trying not to cry.
That was my rock bottom:
One morning, I was in the bathroom, looking at my dry, scratched legs in the mirror and thinking:
“I’m doing everything right.
What’s wrong with me?”
That’s when I booked an appointment with a dermatologist.
The advice I followed… and it still didn’t work
The dermatologist was kind.
He checked my skin and asked questions.
Then he gave me the “standard plan”:
- Quick showers — under 10 minutes
- No very hot water, only lukewarm
- Moisturise straight after, while the skin is still slightly damp
- Only gentle, fragrance-free products
I followed it like homework.
I set a timer for showers.
Turned the tap down until the water almost felt cold.
Bought expensive pharmacy moisturisers.
For a month, I didn’t miss a single step.
And what happened?
My legs still itched so badly I wanted to scream.
I still woke up at night scratching.
Some mornings there were tiny spots of blood on the sheets.
I remember sitting on the toilet lid, moisturiser in my hands, thinking:
“If even the dermatologist can’t fix it…
maybe this is my life forever.”
But something in me refused to accept that.
The 1% almost no doctor mentions
One night I went back to searching.
This time I didn’t type “best cream for dry skin”.
I typed:
“itchy skin after shower even when I moisturise”
And over and over, the same thing came up:
Hard water. Chlorine. Water quality.
At first I rolled my eyes.
I thought water was just… water.
But the more I read, the more it made sense.
Here’s the simple version of what I learnt:
- In many homes there’s hard water.
That means lots of limescale and minerals like magnesium. - In most cities, tap water also contains chlorine to kill bacteria.
- Together, those two can damage the skin’s natural barrier.
Your skin barrier is like a thin, invisible shield.
It keeps moisture in and keeps irritants out.
Hard, chlorinated water acts like very fine sandpaper on that shield.
Every shower creates tiny micro-cracks.
So even if you shorten the shower…
Even if you use the best moisturiser in the world…
You’re starting again and again from already-damaged skin.
That was my missing 1%.
The dermatologist’s advice assumed the water was “normal” and gentle.
In my flat, the water was harsh.
So my “perfect routine” was built on enemy water.
No wonder nothing worked.
The moment it all clicked
A comment on a forum finished me:
“Short showers with bad water
can be worse than long showers with soft water.”
That line stopped me in my tracks.
I thought about my old flat.
My skin never itched there.
Same shower gel.
Same body.
Different water.
What if my skin hadn’t changed?
What if it was my shower?
That’s when I started searching for how to fix the water — not just the products.
Finding a solution that matched what the dermatologist said
I didn’t want a huge machine or major work done.
I’m renting. I can’t rip up pipework.
What I needed was something simple:
“Something that makes shower water kinder to my skin.”
That’s how I found ShowerPro — a filtered shower head with 3 spray modes.
It looked like a normal, sleek shower head.
But inside it had a filter cartridge to reduce how harsh the water is.
The idea was simple:
- Let the filter handle the water quality
- Let my moisturisers handle hydration
Together, they might finally match what skin actually needs.
I had doubts… but I was desperate.
So I ordered it.
Putting ShowerPro to the test
When the box arrived, I was nervous.
I’m not handy at all.
But fitting it took about 5 minutes:
- Unscrew the old shower head
- Screw on ShowerPro
- Hand-tighten. Done.
No tools. No plumber.
That night I tried it on the softest, widest spray mode.
Here’s what happened:
Day 1:
- The water felt different. Softer on my skin.
- I still had some itch afterwards, but it was milder.
End of week 1:
- My legs still wanted moisturiser, but the itch was less deep and less angry.
- I noticed fewer red scratch marks in the morning.
End of week 3:
- Showering no longer felt like an attack.
- Some nights I realised… I hadn’t scratched at all.
End of week 6:
- That tight, burning feeling after showering had almost disappeared.
- My legs looked less flaky, smoother.
- I slept through the night.
Same dermatologist plan.
Same creams.
Same body.
The only thing that changed was the water hitting my skin.
Then it was obvious:
The problem was never that I “wasn’t using enough moisturiser”.
The problem was that my shower water was wiping out my effort twice a day.
Why ShowerPro worked when creams weren’t enough
This is how I explain it to my friends now.
How the problem works:
- Hard, chlorinated water damages your skin barrier every shower.
- You start the day already “injured”.
- Creams are always playing catch-up.
How ShowerPro helps:
- The built-in filter helps reduce harsh minerals and chlorine before they touch your skin.
- Its 3 modes let you use a wider, lower-pressure spray that cleans without aggressive scrubbing.
- So the dermatologist’s advice finally has a gentle base it can actually work on.
Instead of your effort being washed away every shower,
it starts adding up day after day.
That’s exactly what I felt in my own body.
Who should seriously consider this
From what I’ve lived through, ShowerPro can be a lifesaver if:
- Your skin itches, stings, or feels tight after showering
- You use “gentle” products and still suffer
- You’ve tried “just moisturise more” and it’s not enough
- You live in a hard-water area or heavily treated water supply
- You’re tired of feeling like you’re “overreacting” because everything looks “normal” to the doctor
If that’s you, please listen:
It might not be your willpower.
It might not be your moisturiser.
It might be your water.
What makes ShowerPro different
This is why I kept it instead of returning it:
- Built-in filter to help soften tap water
- 3 spray modes — I use the softest, widest one for my legs
- Quick, tool-free installation in most showers
- Affordable — less than what I was spending monthly on creams that didn’t help
- A simple satisfaction guarantee:
Notice your skin improving — or return it.
That was everything.
It meant I could try it on my own skin without risking it all.
Your next shower can feel different
Every time you step into the shower, you’re choosing:
Keep letting harsh water wipe out your effort,
or give your skin a real chance with filtered water.
If you:
- Dread the itch that hits when you towel-dry
- Feel like you’ve “tried everything”
- Are scared this is your forever
…please don’t wait for it to get worse.
That small change turned my daily shower from an attack
into a calm, normal part of my day.
Now when I look at my legs, I don’t see scratches or peeling skin.
I see healthier skin that finally reflects the care I give it.
You deserve that peace too.
Check ShowerPro availability now — and let your next shower be the first one that doesn’t end in itching.
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Dr James Morris — Consultant Dermatologist (London)
I’m seeing more and more patients who arrive feeling desperate because their shower leaves their skin red, tight and intensely itchy, even when they’re using good skincare.
In many cases, the issue isn’t the cream — it’s the tap water, especially when it’s high in chlorine and hard-water minerals (limescale).
After testing ShowerPro with several of them, my view is clear: for people dealing with dryness, sensitivity, or discomfort after showering (without serious underlying skin conditions), it can be a real turning point.
Its filter helps consistently and quietly reduce how harsh the water is on the skin barrier and, combined with a gentler spray, it can reduce irritation, redness, and that “burning skin” feeling when you step out.
Within a few weeks — and in some cases from the first few days — patients report better skin texture, less need for heavy creams, and a shower that feels like a moment of relief, not a daily punishment.
It’s a change you can feel — and one people genuinely appreciate.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will I actually notice a difference in my skin and stress — or is it just marketing?
Will I actually notice a difference in my skin and stress — or is it just marketing?
Most people who switch to filtered shower water describe the same thing: less itching, less tightness after showering, and a feeling of a more relaxed body.
It’s not magic — it’s logical: by reducing some of the chlorine and hard-water minerals that irritate the skin and softening the spray, your body stops going into “defence mode” every time you shower. That translates into calmer skin — and a shower that finally soothes instead of overwhelms.
What if my shower set-up is different — will ShowerPro fit at home?
What if my shower set-up is different — will ShowerPro fit at home?
ShowerPro is designed to fit the vast majority of standard shower fittings in UK homes. It screws on just like a normal shower head — no odd tools, no drilling, and no plumber needed. In most cases, it’s literally unscrew the old one and screw on ShowerPro in a couple of minutes. If you can open a bottle of water, you can install it.
I’m not very DIY — will I need a plumber or someone to help?
I’m not very DIY — will I need a plumber or someone to help?
No. ShowerPro is made for people who hate faffing about. No cables, no loose parts, no complicated instructions. You just screw it onto the thread where your current shower head sits. Installing it feels more like “Is that it?” than “What have I done?” And if you ever want to remove it, it’s the same: unscrew and done.
Does ShowerPro remove all limescale and all chlorine from the water?
Does ShowerPro remove all limescale and all chlorine from the water?
No shower head can turn your home into a natural spa — but ShowerPro can do something genuinely helpful: reduce the chlorine and hard-water minerals that can irritate your skin and scalp. It’s not about “perfect” water. It’s about going from water that attacks to water your skin can handle without flaring up. That’s why people notice less redness, less itching, and less extreme dryness.
My skin is very sensitive and I sometimes get dermatitis — is it safe for me?
My skin is very sensitive and I sometimes get dermatitis — is it safe for me?
Yes — in fact, people with sensitive skin, a tendency to eczema, dermatitis, or constant itching are often the ones who notice the biggest change. ShowerPro doesn’t add anything to your skin — it simply helps the water arrive less harsh, and lets you use a softer, more enveloping spray. That means fewer daily hits to your skin barrier — and more room for your creams and treatments to actually do their job.
Will I lose water pressure or end up taking longer showers?
Will I lose water pressure or end up taking longer showers?
ShowerPro has 3 modes to choose from: a wider, softer mode (ideal for sensitive skin), a normal mode, and a massage mode. It’s not about having no pressure — it’s about controlling how the water hits your skin. Many people find they can shower more calmly and without rushing, because the water stops feeling like an enemy and starts feeling genuinely pleasant.
How often do I need to change the filter — and is it complicated?
How often do I need to change the filter — and is it complicated?
ShowerPro has 3 modes to choose from: a wider, softer mode (ideal for sensitive skin), a normal mode, and a massage mode. It’s not about having no pressure — it’s about controlling how the water hits your skin. Many people find they can shower more calmly and without rushing, because the water stops feeling like an enemy and starts feeling genuinely pleasant.
I already spend loads on creams and products — isn’t this just another expense?
I already spend loads on creams and products — isn’t this just another expense?
In reality, ShowerPro is the missing piece that makes everything you’re already buying finally make sense. Right now, your creams are battling water that undoes part of what they’re trying to repair. By softening the water, every pound you invest in skincare stops being “putting out fires” and starts becoming real improvement. You stop wasting money on products fighting alone — and start letting them work with your shower, not against it.
What if I buy it, fit it, and don’t notice anything?
What if I buy it, fit it, and don’t notice anything?
The point isn’t that you “commit” to the product blindly — it’s that you try it in your own shower, with your own water. So if after using ShowerPro you don’t notice your skin feeling less punished, your itching easing, or your shower feeling cleaner, you simply don’t keep it. That’s it. The aim is to give you peace of mind — nothing else.
Isn’t it a bit much to say a shower can affect my daily stress?
Isn’t it a bit much to say a shower can affect my daily stress?
It sounds exaggerated until you look at your day honestly. If every time you shower your skin suffers, your body tenses, and you step out feeling uncomfortable, that moment adds stress — even if you try to ignore it. Swapping “grit your teeth and endure” for 10 minutes where your skin isn’t screaming and your body can relax might seem small… but it can make a huge difference in how you feel at the end of the day. Your shower is there either way. The question is whether it’s going to keep adding stress — or finally start taking it away.
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